Hawaii Island Chapter of Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association (HLTA) Charity Walk 2024 Raises Record USD 500,000 for More Than 65 Big Island Charities and Non-Profits

The Hawaii Lodging & Tourism Association (HLTA) Charity Walk 2024 took place on Saturday, June 22, 2024 at Waikoloa Resort. The annual event brought together participants and supporters from across the community, with all proceeds going to local charities and non-profits.

In addition to the Charity Walk, a special Charity Golf Day was held on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Mauna Lani to further support the fundraising efforts. Thanks to the generosity of participants, sponsors, and supporters, HLTA is proud to announce that a record USD 500,000 will be distributed to more than 65 charities and non-profits across the Big Island, making a meaningful impact on our community.

HLTA President and CEO Mufi Hannemann expressed his appreciation for the community’s support stating, “For decades Charity Walk has brought together the visitor industry to give back and show deep appreciation for our community. We are proud of our 2024 efforts across the State raising a record USD 3 million and particularly with our colleagues on the Big Island where record funds were raised! Charity Walk continues to raise important funds for hundreds of local non profits and charities across our islands. A big mahalo to Charlie Parker and the team for their phenomenal success.”

Charlie Parker, Regional Vice President and General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, who is currently serving as the Hawaii Island HLTA Chair and Hawaii Island Charity Walk Chair, highlighted the significance of this year’s event, stating, “The HLTA Charity Walk is a testament to the incredible unity and generosity of our visitor industry. It’s truly heartwarming to see everyone come together to celebrate and support the vital work that our local charities and non-profits do for our community here on the Big Island.”

Charity Walk 2025 will take place on May 10, 2025. For more information on HTLA and Charity Walk click here.